The insurance practice at 2 Temple Gardens handles a plethora of insurance and reinsurance cases, from all aspects of non-marine insurance and reinsurance disputes, to scope of indemnity, non-disclosure and aggregation. Members frequently act for and against insurers and deal with all commercial policies, including those covering liability. The set has been involved in the Covid-19 business interruption cases, with Charles Dougherty KC acting in the case of Various Eateries v Allianz which concerned which business interruption losses are covered as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Neil Moody KC ’s expertise extends to construction related litigation, while Lucas Fear-Segal has been involved in several precedent setting international insurance cases, and is regarded for ‘being able to offer comprehensive and clear advice on complex areas of law. Of note, the set also has niche experience in life and health insurance, bloodstock insurance and terrorism insurance. Kate Legh and James Partridge are names to watch.
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- 'Clerks are always responsive and helpful with any queries you have. Never had to chase them. Matthew Moylan and Ben White are usually the clerks I liaise with - they are excellent.'
- 'Matthew Moylan and Lee Tyler can be singled out for praise.'
- 'Attentive, responsive and helpful. Lee Tyler and his team are superb.'
- 'The clerks are always quick to respond and go that extra mile to provide assistance. In particular, Lee Tyler is always very helpful and goes out of his way to assist.'
- '2 Temple Gardens have been a go to set for a considerable period. They have all the expertise available from Silks to very able Juniors.'
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